Former English cricketer makes Virat Kohli retirement claim: “I think that may take Virat away from cricket”
Former English cricketer and captain Michael Vaughan has made an interesting statement in regards to Virat Kohli’s retirement from cricket. The Indian batter has been in magnificent form in the past 12 months, finishing as the top run getter in the 50-over World Cup last year. The 35-year-old has also claimed the Orange Cap in IPL 2024, scoring over 700 runs.
Michael Vaughan believes that there is no reason for Virat Kohli to retire in the next couple of years, given his current form. However, the Englishman opined about the personal life of Virat Kohli, as he believes that could be one of the reasons behind his retirement in the next two or three years.
Virat Kohli recently had a second child, after having his first child in 2021. Hence, personal priorities and requirements could bring an early halt to the batter’s career.
“A brilliant season. You talk about retirement with Virat Kohli, I look at this in a way that he can play for long. He is that fit. Unless his mind goes and he’s obviously got a young family now. In two-three years’ time, everything changes, and he just wants to spend quiet time; I completely get that,” Vaughan said on Cricbuzz.
Michael Vaughan reveals why he thinks Virat Kohli could retire early
Virat Kohli skipped the five-match Test series between India and England in lead up to the IPL. The Indian batter spent some quality time with his family in the United Kingdom, as his wife Anushka Sharma and himself awaited the birth of their second child.
Virat Kohli was quoted saying in a couple of interviews that he absolutely loved his time during the short break. Hence, Michael Vaughan thinks that this could influence the Indian batter’s decision on his retirement.
“During his time away from the India vs England Test series, I believe he went to London and led a normal life. I’ve read a few of his comments and quotes and he just absolutely adored that normal life. I think that may take Virat away from cricket, like he just wants to go and have a quiet time for a while,” said Vaughan.
Virat Kohli scored 741 runs in IPL 2024, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru were knocked out in the Eliminator by Rajasthan Royals. The 35-year-old will be back in the regular blue jersey, as he is all set to represent India in the upcoming T20I World Cup which is scheduled to start from June 2nd in the West Indies and USA.
